City of Oxnard
Overview
This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis. The City of Oxnard’s Water Division is seeking a driven and knowledgeable Water Plant Electrician to join our Maintenance and Operations team. This role is vital in maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading the electrical, instrumentation, and control systems that support water treatment facilities, pressure stations, and related infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity for a well-rounded electrician or instrumentation technician with hands-on experience in plant operations, SCADA systems, and motor control systems—especially someone with the aptitude to learn programming or controls integration over time. What you’ll do
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems. Inspect, calibrate, test, and repair equipment such as: Flow meters, pressure sensors, level indicators, gas detectors, pH and turbidity analyzers. Motors, VFDs, transfer switches, switchgear, and motor control centers. Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams. Install and troubleshoot SCADA systems, PLCs, telemetry hardware, and communication systems. Install, modify, and maintain control panels, conduits, wiring, relays, and circuit breakers. Collaborate with operations staff to support plant processes and capital improvement projects. Maintain documentation for system configuration, testing, and inventory records. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies after hours or on weekends. Utilize asset management software to track maintenance tasks and work orders. Payroll/Classification
Payroll/Classification Title: Instrumentation & Control Technician Supervision
Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines. Distinguishing Characteristics
This is a journey-level, standalone classification within the Trades series, requiring independent judgment and strong technical skills. The ideal candidate demonstrates an understanding of both instrumentation principles and industrial electrical systems, with the drive to grow into automation or SCADA-related tasks over time. Work Schedule
Regular hours: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM. May require overtime, holiday coverage, and rotating standby/on-call duty. The following essential duties represent the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Water Division. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems. Inspect, calibrate, test, and repair equipment such as flow meters, pressure sensors, level indicators, gas detectors, pH and turbidity analyzers. Motors, VFDs, transfer switches, switchgear, and motor control centers. Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams. Install and troubleshoot SCADA systems, PLCs, telemetry hardware, and communication systems. Install, modify, and maintain control panels, conduits, wiring, relays, and circuit breakers. Collaborate with operations staff to support plant processes and capital improvement projects. Maintain documentation for system configuration, testing, and inventory records. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies after hours or on weekends. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Four (4) years of electrical experience at a journeyman level. License/Certification:
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Other Requirements:
Must be able to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing Application Process
Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application. Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Water Division. Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. Union & Other Info
Union Membership: Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). Note: The City relies on office automation and web-based tools; candidates must be proficient with computer use. Equal Opportunity: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any basis. Reasonable Accommodation: The City provides reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require testing accommodations, inform Human Resources in writing no later than the filing date. Legal Requirement: On the first day, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or right to work. The City participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit dhs.gov/e-verify. Questions? Contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org. Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract and may be modified without notice. The City may use this recruitment list to fill other assignments.
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This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis. The City of Oxnard’s Water Division is seeking a driven and knowledgeable Water Plant Electrician to join our Maintenance and Operations team. This role is vital in maintaining, troubleshooting, and upgrading the electrical, instrumentation, and control systems that support water treatment facilities, pressure stations, and related infrastructure. This is an exciting opportunity for a well-rounded electrician or instrumentation technician with hands-on experience in plant operations, SCADA systems, and motor control systems—especially someone with the aptitude to learn programming or controls integration over time. What you’ll do
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems. Inspect, calibrate, test, and repair equipment such as: Flow meters, pressure sensors, level indicators, gas detectors, pH and turbidity analyzers. Motors, VFDs, transfer switches, switchgear, and motor control centers. Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams. Install and troubleshoot SCADA systems, PLCs, telemetry hardware, and communication systems. Install, modify, and maintain control panels, conduits, wiring, relays, and circuit breakers. Collaborate with operations staff to support plant processes and capital improvement projects. Maintain documentation for system configuration, testing, and inventory records. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies after hours or on weekends. Utilize asset management software to track maintenance tasks and work orders. Payroll/Classification
Payroll/Classification Title: Instrumentation & Control Technician Supervision
Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines. Distinguishing Characteristics
This is a journey-level, standalone classification within the Trades series, requiring independent judgment and strong technical skills. The ideal candidate demonstrates an understanding of both instrumentation principles and industrial electrical systems, with the drive to grow into automation or SCADA-related tasks over time. Work Schedule
Regular hours: Monday–Thursday, 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM. May require overtime, holiday coverage, and rotating standby/on-call duty. The following essential duties represent the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Water Division. Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electrical and instrumentation systems. Inspect, calibrate, test, and repair equipment such as flow meters, pressure sensors, level indicators, gas detectors, pH and turbidity analyzers. Motors, VFDs, transfer switches, switchgear, and motor control centers. Read and interpret electrical schematics, P&IDs, control panel layouts, and wiring diagrams. Install and troubleshoot SCADA systems, PLCs, telemetry hardware, and communication systems. Install, modify, and maintain control panels, conduits, wiring, relays, and circuit breakers. Collaborate with operations staff to support plant processes and capital improvement projects. Maintain documentation for system configuration, testing, and inventory records. Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies after hours or on weekends. Minimum Qualifications
Education:
High School Diploma or GED Experience:
Four (4) years of electrical experience at a journeyman level. License/Certification:
Valid California Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record Other Requirements:
Must be able to communicate in English effectively both orally and in writing Application Process
Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs online application. Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents. Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. The list of qualified candidates established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments. There is currently one (1) full-time vacancy within the Public Works Water Division. Selected candidate(s) must pass a thorough background investigation. Union & Other Info
Union Membership: Positions in this classification are represented by the International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE). Note: The City relies on office automation and web-based tools; candidates must be proficient with computer use. Equal Opportunity: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on any basis. Reasonable Accommodation: The City provides reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. If you require testing accommodations, inform Human Resources in writing no later than the filing date. Legal Requirement: On the first day, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or right to work. The City participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit dhs.gov/e-verify. Questions? Contact Ashley Costello at ashley.costello@oxnard.org. Note: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract and may be modified without notice. The City may use this recruitment list to fill other assignments.
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